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  1. montypower

    Help and Advice for Tundra Camper

    You should look at the Tuffport T60. I'm selling mine if you want to save some $. It does fit your criteria. Very simple. Crazy strong. Water/dust tight (automotive grade door seals). http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/spo/5610459105.html
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    2003 Montero Limited: Yaw Rate Sensor Replacement?

    Not worth replacing. Traction control works fine without it. You can pull the dash and remove the lights. Doesn't show up on OBDII as an issue.
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    2nd Generation Tacoma 4wd - Suspension Clearance?

    Lift won't allow larger tire fitment unless you limit the compression travel. Lift only helps on road or when suspension isn't fully compressed. 285s require body mount cutting. 265s fit fine. I ran skinny 235/85R16 on my 2013 Taco. Also axle gearing is really not good if going over 32" tire.
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    Tires on Gen 3 - What are you running, how is the noise

    Of the tires mentioned... Michelin LTX & BFG Ko2 are the best. Quiet. Fantastic on road, snow, wet and off road. Cooper tires are poor. I had a set. They roll hard. Meaning lots of Resistance. I ran 235/85R16 on my 2013 Tacoma (new at the time) with Firestone Destination MT it could...
  5. montypower

    Tacoma 2016 or 2017 as a base overland vehicle

    Agreed. I've been seeing a bunch with timing chain replacement around 150-200k. And frequently needing head rework around 200k. You are pushing the 2.7L really hard with how heavy the truck is - and that's before you add gear. FYI, power to weight ratio is similar to the 80s 4runner with 22re.
  6. montypower

    AT Tire Recommendations

    BFG K02 - Best tire I've run. Extremely good.
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    If you were going to have a do everything Tacoma or Tundra, what model would you get.

    Here's the numbers. I keep all records. 2010 Tundra DC Limited 4x4 - Ownership average 16.50 http://gitout.com/apics/10tundra/MPG/2010%20Tundra%20MPG.pdf 2016 Tundra DC Limited 4x4 - Ownership average 16.38 http://gitout.com/apics/10tundra/MPG/2016%20Tundra%20MPG.pdf The 2016 Tundra dash MPG...
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    If you were going to have a do everything Tacoma or Tundra, what model would you get.

    You could drive a bus on the WABCDR. And that route really isn't much fun in a truck. Not a fan. There was only one section that was entertaining to drive. Much more enjoyable when we got into Canada and toured around. I've owned 2013 Taco DCSB, 2010 Tundra DC and now 2016 Tundra DC. I'd...
  9. montypower

    Gen III real world MPGs?

    2003 Limited 3.8L 5 Speed Really depends on how you drive it. Stock it can get 22mpg @ 60-65 mph. As mine sits (see build) with weighing about 6,000lbs will do 19-20mpg fully loaded on trips keeping under 65mph. In town 16-17mpg mixed driving (I'm careful on how I drive). Tire weight...
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    Wheels for 2004 Montero Limited

    You'll need hub rings with any other wheels. Look at Toyota wheels. They are better offset. FJ, 4runner epecially.
  11. montypower

    ARB and other decent front bumper for 2014-2016 Tundra

    ARB latest bumpers are poorly designed and not worth the money (awful on the Tacoma & 4runner). CBI Bumper is nice. I really like Demello : http://www.demello-offroad.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=33_57&products_id=361 Still waiting on the 2014+ bumper (coming soon) Here's...
  12. montypower

    want better mpg, check your tire pressure!

    Instead of debating... try it for yourself. I didn't think going from 35psi to 40psi would make a difference. But it does. Tire wear is fine. Make sure your tires can handle the pressure. Mine are rated at 60psi max. Ride quality is subjective. I can't stand worn out or cheap...
  13. montypower

    2014 Tundra Crew Max Build

    Post up pictures of those TRD wheels when you get them powder coated.
  14. montypower

    want better mpg, check your tire pressure!

    I run near 50 psi on the road as well. It adds about 1 mpg compared to 32psi on the road.
  15. montypower

    Gen 3, odd noise @ 60kmph

    Driveshaft is carbon fiber composite so not likely. Dampening block attached to the rear of the transfercase does cause vibration around 2,200 rpm. Mine was more obvious in 4th gear. I removed and no noise. Wheel bearings will make noise. Tires. Lots of things could be howling.
  16. montypower

    Tell me about your rattles...Gen 3

    You probably need to share more details. It's not normal. Mine doesn't have those issues with lots of off road miles.
  17. montypower

    I just broke a second axle. Ideas?

    Get used factory axles and reboot them. Or buy new OEM from the dealer. Huge difference in quality.
  18. montypower

    Gitout.com - Ultimate Expedition Build - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Limited

    My brother has Duratracs on his 03 Monty as well 235/85s. Similar mileage. I think they have higher rolling resistance. Also, light weight wheels help.
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    Gitout.com - Ultimate Expedition Build - 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Limited

    Lifetime average over 25,000 miles is 16mpg. Off road pulls down the average. Mixed driving 16-17mpg is the best you'll do with Gen 2.5. That's very respectable actually. Fuel mileage all depends on how and where you drive any vehicle. There's no way to say what you will actually get...
  20. montypower

    Looking to put a 2 inch lift on my Montero 2006 Limited

    Radflo and King make higher performance suspension. Lovells makes springs.
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